Different resources for different times: sense of coherence and emotional intelligence as correlates of adaptation in six cohorts of medical students - Scorecard - MDSpire

Different resources for different times: sense of coherence and emotional intelligence as correlates of adaptation in six cohorts of medical students

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  • Maciej Walkiewicz

  • June 23, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Variability in Resources Over Time: Exploring the Relationship Between Sense of Coherence and Emotional Intelligence in Six Cohorts of Medical Students' Adaptation

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionSense of Coherence and Emotional Intelligence in Medical Students
Key MechanismsPsychological assets that protect against educational pressures
Target PopulationSecond-year medical students
Care SettingMedical education

Key Highlights

  • Study involved six cohorts of medical students from 2014 to 2024 (N = 1,595)
  • Sense of Coherence (SOC) and Emotional Intelligence (EI) assessed as protective factors
  • Distinct patterns of correlation between SOC, EI, and adaptation indicators observed
  • SOC variance diminished statistical power in certain cohorts
  • Emotional Intelligence showed the highest total in the 2024 cohort

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Evaluate Sense of Coherence and Emotional Intelligence as psychological assets

Management

  • Focus on enhancing emotional competencies in mentoring programs

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Assess adaptation indicators such as quality of life and academic pressure

Risks

  • Potential for professional burnout and decreased quality of patient care

Patient & Prescribing Data

Medical students undergoing training

Emotional Intelligence may be trainable and adaptable

Clinical Best Practices

  • Incorporate training for Emotional Intelligence in medical curricula
  • Monitor psychological assets to mitigate educational pressures
  • Conduct longitudinal studies to assess changes in SOC and EI over time

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